Sports Medicine
Sports medicine and non-operative orthopedics are specialized fields within orthopedic medicine that focus on treating musculoskeletal conditions without the need for surgical intervention, whenever possible. Both areas emphasize conservative approaches, rehabilitation, and non-surgical methods to manage injuries and conditions.
Sports Medicine
- Injury Prevention: Strategies to prevent sports-related injuries.
- Treatment of Sports Injuries: Addressing injuries using non-surgical methods such as physical therapy and bracing.
- Performance Optimization: Enhancing athletic performance through training, biomechanics, and nutrition.
- Concussion Management: Assessment and return-to-play protocols.
- Rehabilitation: Programs to help athletes recover without surgery.
Non-Operative Orthopedics
- Musculoskeletal Disorders: Arthritis, tendinitis, bursitis.
- Joint Injections: Corticosteroid injections to reduce pain and inflammation.
- Orthopedic Injuries: Fractures, sprains, strains.
- Chronic Pain Management: Managing chronic conditions like osteoarthritis.